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Lesson 3
Chapter 3 Lesson 3 notecards
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Stomata | The surface layers of the leaf have small openings or pores called stomata |
| Transpiration | The process by which water is lost through a plants leaves |
| Germination | The sprouting of the embryo out of a seed; occurs when the embryo resumes its growth following dormancy |
| Respiration | Respiration is the process of exchanging gases between an organism and its environment |
| Flower | The reproductive structure of an angiosperm. |
| Pollination | The transfer of pollen from male reproductive structures to female reproductive structures in plants. |
| List the 3 functions of roots | Roots anchor plants in the ground, absorb water and minerals from the soil and sometimes store food |
| List the 2 functions of stems | The stem carries substances between the plant's roots and leaves. The stem also provides support for the plant and holds up the leaves, so they are exposed to the sun. |
| Describe the basic function of leaves | Leaves capture the sun‘s energy and carry out the food making process of make of photosynthesis |
| What is the difference between photosynthesis and cellular respiration | Photosynthesis uses light energy to create glucose and oxygen from carbon dioxide and water, while cellular respiration uses glucose and oxygen to produce energy, carbon dioxide and water |
| List the three ways a seed can be dispersed | Seats can be dispersed in many different ways. They can be dispersed via animals eating them, water (Like rivers and oceans) carrying them away or the wind carrying them away. |
| Label the basic parts of a flower | See diagram note sheet |
| Describe what each part of the flower does | Sepals protect the developing flower, the petals attract pollinators, stamen are the male reproductive parts, pistils are the female reproductive parts of the flower. |